Entries in the 'Medical Conditions' Category

Bent Penis Condition – Treatment and Options

This months issue of Men's Health magazine includes a rather interesting article concerning Peyronie's disease, a medical condition that may affect up to 25 million men in the United States alone. The author of the article having been diagnosed with the affliction commonly described as "bent penis" tells of his experience in dealing with various treatments. One particular method however, namely that of using a penile traction device to naturally correct penis curvature, is conspicuously absent from recommended treatments.

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Botox Treatment for Short Penis?

Ever since Botox received FDA approval for cosmetic use in 2002, the number of people using this treatment has risen steadily. Although today it is most commonly associated with restoring a youthful appearance, Botox injections are in fact used to treat several medical conditions. A study recently published in the Journal of Sexual Medicine now examines another potential use for Botox — as a treatment for relieving penile retraction, a condition sometimes referred to as "short penis."

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Penile Fracture: Broken Penis

A rarely heard of injury that can and will affect a certain portion of the male population is something known as "penile fracture." And as you can probably tell from the name alone, this isn't too pleasant of an experience! Although there still is some debate over the exact frequency of incidence, there is no doubt that the severity of this injury is enough to warrant some extra study. Here we'll take a look at what penile fracture actually is, how it occurs and ways to possibly avoid this painful affliction.

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The Concealed Penis Condition

A concealed penis, also called "hidden" or "buried", refers to a normal sized penis that appears much smaller due to the fact that it is partly covered by the body. It is sometimes observed in men who were born with a congenital fat pad which tends to hide the penis. This condition can become more pronounced with age, excessive weight gain, or the shortening of penile skin due to chronic inflammation.

A Congenital Abnormality

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Risk Factors For Testicular Cancer

The exact reason why some men develop testicular cancer is still not known. There are however a number of factors that increase the risk for the disease. A risk factor is anything that may increase a person's chance of developing a disease. It may be an activity, such as smoking, diet, family history, or many other things. Different diseases, in this case testicular cancer, have different risk factors.

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Best Practices For The Prevention Of STDs

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), also often called "sexually transmitted infections" or STIs, are infectious diseases transmitted through sexual contact. While the absolute best way to prevent contracting an STD is to abstain from any type of sexual intercourse, there are several precautionary measures you can follow to help reduce the risk of developing a sexually transmitted disease. The following practices are recommended by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.

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Penis Medical Disorders

The penis can be affected by several different disorders ranging in severity from swelling to nerve damage and impotence. Men experiencing these problems should always consult a licensed physician for proper diagnosis and treatment. Below are a few of the best known medical disorders that can affect the male sexual organ.

Penile Oedema

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